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 Sign in to review this pageAbout the Author: John Immel, How to Make Barley TeaSERVINGS: 2 PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES COOK TIME: 10 MINUTES MEAL: STYLE: PREPARATION: FOR OCCASION: PREPARATIONTo roast barley, run under cold water. Heat a skillet and roast the barley dry until it is golden. The more roasted, the more it tastes like coffee. Brew in 3c water for ten minutes. Strain and serve. How Can Barley Tea Make You Feel Great?AYURVEDIC ANALYSISWHAT IS BARLEY TEA?WHY SHOULD YOU EAT AYURVEDICALLY?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. An Ayurvedic diet is tailored to your individual body type and the specific imbalances you are working with at any given time. Foods that supplement your specific body type’s needs and digest easily create your menu. Watch as you eat less but feel more satisfied because what you are eating truly nourishes you. Since Ayurveda believes all disease begins in the digestive tract, food is your first medicine. By eating a healthy diet that’s ideal for your body, you experience optimal health.Is Barley Tea Good for Me?MEDICINAL QUALITIES
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